Mercedes-Benz EQC

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Mercedes-Benz EQC
Kerb weight
2,425 kg (5,346 lb)

The Mercedes-Benz EQC (N293) is a

Mercedes EQ family.[9]

History

The EQC is based on the Generation EQ concept that was unveiled at the 2016 Paris Motor Show.[10] The final production version was revealed in Sweden on 4 September 2018,[11] and publicly debuted at the 2018 Paris Motor Show.[12][needs update]

Design

The EQC is based on the

GLC and shares the same wheelbase dimensions.[13] It is a five-seater vehicle and has a trunk capacity of 500 litres (18 cu ft).[14]

The EQC400 4MATIC is powered by 2 asynchronous electric motors, fitted on the front and rear axles, and produces 300 kW (402 hp).[15] It has an electronically limited top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph).[16]

The 80 kWh

fast charger.[18]

Steering wheel paddle shifters allow for the selection of varying levels of

  • EQC400 Sport 4MATIC
    EQC400 Sport 4MATIC
  • EQC400 AMG Line 4MATIC rear
    EQC400 AMG Line 4MATIC rear
  • EQC400 Sport 4MATIC rear
    EQC400 Sport 4MATIC rear
  • Interior
    Interior

Equipment

Standard equipment includes 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic collision avoidance, and two 10.25-inch interior displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment system.[20] All models feature the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) system, which features a voice-controlled smart-assistant that can be activated by saying "Hey Mercedes".[21] It can display charging information and energy consumption figures.[22] The navigation system can also suggest routes that include charging stations depending on the remaining charge of the battery,[23] as well as simple destination entry using what3words.[citation needed]

Models

The specifications include:[citation needed]

Model Years Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Top speed Range (WLTP) Range (EPA)
EQC400
4MATIC
2019– 300 kW
(402 hp)
760 N⋅m
(561 lb⋅ft)
5.1 s 180 km/h
(112 mph)
417 km
(259 mi)
354 km
(220 mi)

Safety

The 2019 EQC received five stars overall in its Euro NCAP test.[24]

Euro NCAP test results
Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC (2019)
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 36.6 96%
Child occupant: 44.1 90%
Pedestrian: 36.2 75%
Safety assist: 9.9 75%

References

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  5. ^ Ewing, Steven. "2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC: A 230-mile range test along the California coast". Roadshow.
  6. ^ "Mercedes-Benz EQC Priced in UK, Rated at 259 Miles Of WLTP Range". 8 May 2019.
  7. ^ "Mercedes-Benz unveils EQC electric SUV, says it's going 'all-in' on electric". Electrek. 4 September 2018. Retrieved 7 September 2018.
  8. ^ "Daimler to build 50,000 Mercedes EQC models this year". Reuters. 23 January 2020. Retrieved 9 July 2020.
  9. ^ "Mercedes to launch 10 all-electric models by 2022". Auto Express. Retrieved 7 September 2018.
  10. ^ "Mercedes Generation EQ concept electrifies Paris with 402 hp". Motor1.com. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  11. ^ Condon, Josh. "On Site in Stockholm for the All-New Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 Reveal". The Drive. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  12. ^ "New electric Mercedes EQC SUV revealed with 280-mile range". Auto Express. Retrieved 7 September 2018.
  13. ^ "New Mercedes-Benz EQC: all-electric SUV revealed | Autocar". Autocar. Archived from the original on 1 May 2019. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  14. ^ "New electric Mercedes EQC SUV revealed with 280-mile range". Auto Express. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  15. ^ "Mercedes Challenges Tesla With an All-Electric SUV". WIRED. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  16. ^ "2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC revealed: EV range, power & all the tech". SlashGear. 4 September 2018. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  17. ^ Taylor, Michael. "Better Late Than Never As EQC Leads Mercedes-Benz EV Assault". Forbes. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  18. ^ "Mercedes-Benz unveils the EQC to kick off $12 billion electric offensive". TechCrunch. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  19. ^ "First Look: 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC". Driving. 4 September 2018. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  20. ^ "5 things to know about the 2020 Mercedes EQC electric SUV". SlashGear. 4 September 2018. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  21. ^ "Look Out Tesla: Here's the EQC, the 'Mercedes-Benz of Electric SUVs'". cars.com. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  22. ^ "2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC revealed: 300kW EV debuts in Stockholm | CarAdvice". CarAdvice.com. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  23. ^ "Mercedes-Benz EQC all-electric crossover makes world debut | Car News | Auto123". auto123.com. Retrieved 5 September 2018.
  24. ^ "Official Mercedes-Benz EQ C 2019 safety rating". euroncap.com. Retrieved 6 October 2019.

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